India scores a century in World Bank's ease of doing biz test

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India jumps 30 places to 100th rank in ease of doing business report India witnessed the biggest jump in the criterion of paying taxes, moving up 53 places on the back of improvements in the tax systems. readmore India sends first wheat shipment to Afghanistan via Chabahar port Chabahar will open new opportunities for trade from and to Afghanistan and enhance trade and commerce between the three countries and the wider region.��� Mobile number-Aadhaar linkage: Soon, no need to visit telecom stores As per a DoT order, service providers will enable a scheme to use OTP-based verification for mobile users through SMS or voiced-based IVRS call or via mobile app.

Editor's Pick Tough times ahead for telecom employees; up to 30,000 face axe Most of the cuts will be in technical and engineering side, which command monthly salaries between Rs 40,000 and a few lakhs, depending on seniority. Mukesh Ambani becomes Asia's richest person, overtakes China's Hui Ka Yan As per Forbes, Ambani's personal wealth rose by $466 million, thanks to 1.22% rise in RIL shares. Bank recapitalisation: More money in leaking boats? Whether govts/regulators admit it or not, banking crisis would recur in every country every two or three decades, though the magnitude and reasons may vary. SBI cuts lending rates for the first time in 10 months The latest rates will immediately benefit new borrowers. However, existing customers may have to wait for a while since under the MCLR system.

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Story of The Week A Rutgers professor explains why Indians can't manufacture even their gods Many of the 50-odd companies in China that produce Hindu figurines attend trade fairs not only in India, but also in Frankfurt and Las Vegas. read more

Money 15 lesser-known facts about PPF Here are some lesser-known facts about the Public Provident Fund that can help you make a more informed investment decision. Why investing in NPS is like putting your money in jail for life Even with tax saving of Rs 50,000, there are certain disadvantages of NPS that are ignored by investors such as lock in, compulsory contribution, and so on.

Stock Round Up Porinju bets on 25 infra plays to grow 10 times in 5 years on Bharatmala boost India's highway award rate was sluggish in FY17 after a 61% growth CAGR over FY14-16.

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